There are mandatory orientation sessions on the St. Lawrence campus prior
to departure. Upon arrival in Vienna, the students will travel to the alpine
village of Dorfgastein for a week of intensive language instruction and cultural
orientation. The week is intended to ease the transition into Austrian culture
and allows time for skiing and recreation as well. The first week is followed
by an orientation in Vienna where the students will become acquainted with
the city and prepare for the courses they will be taking. In addition, there
are excursions to places of historical and cultural importance in Vienna and
nearby areas.